EDITORIAL

It's time to vote

The most important participant in democratic government is not the officeholder, but the voter. For the system to work effectively, the electorate has a responsibility to be well-informed and to turn out at the polls on Election Day. More »

Salt in the wounds

For African Americans, the noose is a hostile symbol of racial oppression. In the 80 years from 1880 to 1960, more than 4,700 people were lynched in this country, and the noose was the preferred means of execution. More »

OPINION

Sham elections in Kenya: A tragic setback for democracy in Africa

In the immediate aftermath of last month?s elections in Kenya, the Bush administration wasted no time in sending its glowing congratulations to incumbent President Mwai Kibaki and the Kenyan Election Commission. But despite the subsequent attempt to ignore the congratulatory message and adamant claim of a global commitment to democracy, the Bush administration's official stamp of approval for Kibaki and the elections reflected a de facto endorsement of a naked power grab and contempt for the democratic process. More »

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Poor service, not poor branding, is Crosstown spa's problem

While reading Jin-ah Kim's article on Crosstown Center ("Crosstown Center: A work still in progress," Jan. 24, 2008), I was appalled to see the statement made by Yvonne Jones, owner of Halisi Day Spa & Salon, that she has had difficulty drawing customers. Please allow me to inform you as to why Ms. Jones' business hasn't taken off as expected. First, you have to have trained staff to accommodate clientele. Secondly, you have to have cash on hand for purposes of making change for clients. Thirdly, you have to have the necessary equipment and supplies to service clients. More »

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Who will you vote for in the presidential

Hillary. I think she cares a lot more than any other candidate. She?s more about what the people want. More »